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About the Role

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside industry-recognised experts, leading the design and delivery of complex traction power systems from business case development through to detailed design and construction documentation. You'll play a key role in helping clients solve complex engineering challenges across the full asset lifecycle while mentoring the next generation of rail engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate traction power projects from concept and feasibility through to AFC/IFC delivery.
Deliver AC and DC traction power design solutions for major rail infrastructure projects.
Conduct and review technical reports, feasibility studies and option assessments.
Undertake and review power system studies, including protection studies and electrical calculations.
Support High Voltage and Low Voltage Earthing & Bonding and earth grid design activities.
Manage design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary project interfaces.
Work closely with clients to understand project requirements and develop technical solutions.
Contribute to tenders, proposals and business development activities.
Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
Mentor graduate and developing engineers while supporting the growth of the broader rail electrification team.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering.
6 to 15+ years' experience in traction power engineering design.
Strong experience in traction power and HV supply system design.
Demonstrated experience preparing engineering drawings, calculations, technical reports and design documentation.
Experience in traction power substations and associated electrical infrastructure.
Knowledge of HV and LV Earthing & Bonding design principles.
Strong understanding of relevant IEC, EN, ASA, AS and rail industry standards.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
The ability to work autonomously whilst managing multiple priorities and project deliverables.
Sydney Trains and/or Transport for NSW project experience (preferred, not essential).
Exposure to rail electrification construction, testing or commissioning activities.
Experience with software such as DIgSILENT-PowerFactory, CDEGS, ETAP, PSCAD, MATLAB, DIALux, OpenTrack and OpenPowerNet.
Chartered status or progress towards professional accreditation.

Skills

Traction Power Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Power Engineering
Traction Power Design
HV Supply System Design
Engineering Drawings
Calculations
Technical Reports
Design Documentation
Traction Power Substations
Electrical Infrastructure
HV/LV Earthing & Bonding Design
IEC Standards
EN Standards
ASA Standards
AS Standards
Rail Industry Standards
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Autonomy
Priority Management
Project Deliverables Management
DIgSILENT-PowerFactory
CDEGS
ETAP
PSCAD
MATLAB
DIALux
OpenTrack
OpenPowerNet

Location

Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane
Perth

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Associate
6-15+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering

About the Company

At WSP, we're delivering some of Australia's most significant transport infrastructure projects.
At WSP, you’ll work on iconic projects that shape communities and help create a more sustainable future.
You’ll have access to global expertise, industry-leading professionals and exciting career development opportunities in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
We value our people and our reputation.
We are locally dedicated with international scale.
We challenge the status quo and foster collaboration in everything we do.